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Alabama
A&M University operates under a threefold mission of teaching,
research and public service (extension). Research performed at the
University facilitates the education of its students, the acquisition of
new and important technology and information, and the enhancement of
faculty skills. As a result of these efforts, Alabama A&M University
has achieved considerable prominence within the State of Alabama and
throughout the United States.

MISSION

To
promote and facilitate externally-funded broad-concept research and
associated strengthening, training and public service programs at
Alabama A&M University. Growth in research and associated programs
directly impacts academic program growth via increasing the involvment
of the University faculty, graduate and undergraduate students.

GOALS ANDS PRIORITIES

To
support the overall research effort and encourage long-term stable
funding commitments through facility and equipment enhancement, improved
research management, and strengthened faculty and administrative
involvement.

To
serve the University and its various constituencies by ensuring regular
and effective communications of the University's strengths and
accomplishments.

To encourage the highest level of efficiency and professionalism through increased staff training and professional development.

To
develop information highway linkages to connect the University to the
national and international academic community for the benefit of
students, faculty and staff.